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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Apr 18, 1922
Page
2
Soviet German accord shocks Genoa conference as officials and delegates react. Allies debate next steps while Russia and Germany assert new diplomatic relations and mutual cooperation to reshape postwar Europe.
The Genoa talks face a major test as Russia and Germany sign a new treaty. British, French and Italian officials debate implications while warning against breaking the Genoa conference framework.
The Reich and the Soviet federation plan immediate resumption of relations including consular access and most favored nation trade terms. They commit to mutual aid to ease economic difficulties and to facilitate private sector contracts, with core articles taking effect after ratification. The remainder comes into force immediately.
Washington reports reveal a Senate education and labor committee hearing on Immig ration chief W. Husband testified the immigration bureau tried to bar Semenoff from entering the United States due to his Siberian atrocities. Canadian officers testified Semenoff claimed aims to raise funds in Paris for a counter revolution while seeking asylum.
Peer Wagner remains in critical condition at St Vircene's hospital after being shot twice near 101 Parnellestrest. Doctors reported little improvement and said he is not out of danger. City employee Richard Barry of 426 Fairfield Avenue was crushed between a trailer and a street car on Park Avenue Thursday night.
Fairfield April 27 Special John Stanowits of Bridgenart faces court on a reckless driving charge after his car plunged from a bridge into a creek injuring him, a two year old boy, and another rider. Firemen recovered the child from the water. Stanowits was later released with a summons.
City Council votes to issue bonds to buy the Star Shirt factory for a new high school annex and to replace aging facilities. Aldermen debate cost, state board approval, and the urgency of emergency classroom space for 700 plus pupils.
Merchants asked the Aldermen and Police Commissioners to extend the parking limit to 40 minutes, arguing the 20 minute rule hurts business on busy central streets. Police opposed extending the limit, favoring stricter enforcement. A canvass of 157 stores showed 114 in favor of a 39 minute extension. a study by police will guide a final recommendation to the Board.
Alderman Caldwell pressed for details on a 1402 dollar fire department tire bill from Veness’s firm during last night’s county meeting. Veness urged Caldwell to refer questions to the Board of Contract and Supply and Public Works as snickering rose from Republican reporters.
Era Lodge 1 BPOE hosted its annual dance and reception last night in the hall adorned with Christmas trees and Bravestorm decor. Music featured the Slonarch orchestra from New York. command staff included Captain Fred W. Simmons and the 16th Regiment band. The general committee, led by R. A. MacCalla as chairman, listed many officers and members such as Frank Welch, Horace Brooks, Douglas Peterson, Leta Goodman, Harry West, and others.
The Third District Democratic club held a dance in Raleigh with several city officials in attendance. The event featured balloon displays and noted Raymond Arn as a committee member. A small incident involving a silent fire occurred in a closet at 162 North Washington Avenue.
North Belfast saw houses burned and heavy shooting as clashes involved Sinn Fein members. Three people were taken to a hospital, including a girl and a boy, amid continued unrest around Collins' car and attacks on armored cars near Harney Square.
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